Page 25 - Archant Library News Today : Breaking News, Live Updates & Top Stories | Vimarsana

Published: 8:52 AM April 28, 2021    Matthew Armstrong, volunteer driver at the Wells and Walsingham Light Railway who isolated at the site last year, is returning as the railway reopens.   - Credit: Archant Streams of steam will rise once again over a scenic stretch of north Norfolk countryside as the Wells and Walsingham Light Railway prepares to get back on track.  Known as the world's smallest light railway, services on the line will resume on Saturday, May 1 following a closure for much of the past year due to the pandemic.  Its managing director, Nick Champion, said although the...

The plans for Anglia Square. Photo: Weston Homes - Credit: Weston Homes The developer behind controversial £271m plans to redevelop Anglia Square in Norwich has today withdrawn from the High Court battle over the proposals and pledged to go back to the drawing board. The ambitious plan for the site has divided opinion, especially over the look of the proposal and a 20-storey tower block. It also included more than 1,200 new homes, a hotel, cinema, car parks and new shops. A High Court hearing was due to be held next month because developers Weston Homes and site owners Columbia Threadneedl...

There will be a special service of commemoration for the life of Prince Philip at Pakefield Parish Church, taking place at All Saints' and St Margaret's Church on Friday, April 16. It will include prayers for The Queen and members of the Royal Family from 6pm. To attend you need to book a seat on 01502 516800 or email rector@pakefieldchurch.com Speaking in the House of Commons this week, Waveney MP Peter Aldous paid tribute to Prince Philip. Waveney MP Peter Aldous. Picture: Submitted - Credit: Peter Aldous Mr Aldous said: "On behalf of the constituents of Waveney, I extend their and ...

Published: 5:30 AM April 12, 2021    Updated: 7:56 AM April 12, 2021 The Duke of Edinburgh inspects Great Yarmouth Sea Cadet Unit during a visit in 1979. Dated: June 1979. - Credit: Archant Library Poignant memories are continuing to be shared as the Great Yarmouth borough joins the nation in mourning the death of Prince Philip. Remembering The Duke of Edinburgh, the Union Flag and Borough Flag are both flying at half-mast until 8am the day after the funeral, as a mark of respect. A borough council spokesman said: "In order to support public safety during coronavirus, there will not be ...

The inquest into the death of Nicholas Luke was opened this morning - Credit: Archant The inquest into the death of an 43-year-old Norwich man has been opened.  Nicholas Luke, of Harvey Lane, died at his home address on November 17, 2020.  The medical cause of death was stated as unascertained during Tuesday's opening.  Mr Luke was born in Scotland on July 27, 1977.  Area coroner Yvonne Blake adjourned the inquest to Tuesday, June 29.  Become a Supporter This newspaper has been a central part of community life for many years. Our industry faces testing times, which is why we're asking...